Obituaries
Frederick Tourangeau
May 7, 2026
Wolcott - Frederick G. Tourangeau Jr., age 81, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Copley Hospital in Morrisville, Vermont.
He was born on August 2, 1944, in Richford, Vermont, to Frederick and Marie Rosealma (Roberts) Tourangeau.
Fred was a classic jack-of-all-trades Vermonter. He spent most of his life self-employed and took great pride in his strong work ethic. He lived life to...
Kevin Many
Jun 14, 2026
Kevin M. Many, age 61 passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at the University of Vermont Medical Center, surrounded by family members.
He was born March 19, 1965 in St. Albans to Raymond and the late Jane (Therrien) Many.
Kevin loved the outdoors. He was often "distracted" by trees, always looking for the next one to cut down. He loved hunting and just...
Frederick Mashtare
Jul 3, 2026
GRAND ISLE - With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Frederick Stewart Mashtare on July 3, 2026, at his home in Grand Isle. Fred was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.
He was born on December 19, 1969 in St. Albans to the late Millard & Glenda "Penny" (Ratta) Mashtare.
Fred dedicated his life to serving his community,...
Raymond Domina Paré
Jul 3, 2026
SWANTON - Raymond Paré, age 95, passed away on Friday, July 3rd, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 29, 1931 in St. Albans to Alcide and Blanche Paré.
He attended Holy Angels School and BFA in St. Albans. He joined the Navy at the young age of 17 and served four years during the Korean Conflict....
Ernest Anthony Laroche
Jun 28, 2026
Ernest Antoine Laroche, age 75 of Swanton, VT passed away at home with the comfort of family on June 28, 2026.
Ernest was born July 31, 1950 to Laurent and Germaine Laroche. He grew up in Highgate, Vermont with his siblings Julian, Pauline, and Diane. Ernest served nine years in the National Guard and went on to spend 30 years as...
Stanley Wright
Jun 22, 2026
Stanley Wayne Wright
Born at home in East Enosburg on October 28, 1943, the middle son of Donald and Ruth (Stanley) Wright. He and his brothers Carroll & Gary were the seventh generation born on the Wright farm.
He attended the one room schoolhouse in Stoneville and was in the class of 1961 at Enosburg Falls High School. He graduated from Vermont...
Eileen E. Ballard
Jun 21, 2026
With great sadness, the family of Eileen Ballard, 77, of Highgate, announces her passing.
Eileen was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted partner. Her children and family were truly her world.
Eileen grew up primarily in Grand Isle, Vermont, where she met Gilles "Frenchie" Ballard. Their love story began with a note he left for her, and from there a...
John Cluba
Jun 19, 2026
John Joseph Cluba, 73, of Montgomery, left this earth peacefully on Friday, June 19th, 2026, in the arms of his loving wife, Lynda, after a courageous battle with cancer.
John was born on October 24, 1952 in Kaiserslautern, Germany, and was adopted at the age of 10 months along with his twin brother, Frank, by Joseph J. and Pauline (Stanhope) Cluba.
The...
Patricia Burritt
Jun 18, 2026
Swanton VT, Patricia Burritt, passed away on June 18 , 2026 at her home.
She was born April 27, 1945 in St Albans a daughter of the late Raymond and Eleanor Shappy Goodroe.
Patricia was employed at Union Carbide as a line worker for many years and later in life until she retired, she worked for the government as a contractor for...
Molly Stetson
Jun 13, 2026
NORTH STRATFORD, NH – Molly Ann Stetson, age 59, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at her home in North Stratford, NH.
She was born November 2, 1966 in St. Albans to Veronica (Marshia) Draper and the late Gary Draper.
Her work ethic and resourcefulness made her a shining star in her trade. As a parts specialist, Molly became the go-to...
Susan Charlotte Salminen
Jun 10, 2026
In memory of Susan Charlotte Salminen, beloved mother, grandmother and wife, who passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026 at the age of 70. She was born in St Albans, Vermont on December 5, 1955 to Boob and Norma (sweet) Gleason.
Susan (Susie to her friends, Cindy Lou or CL to her late husband) grew up in Enosburg Falls, Vermont, and...
Sharon Koons
Jun 9, 2026
SWANTON – Sharon Koons, age 74, passed away on Monday, June 9th, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on March 1, 1952, in Columbia Falls, Maine to Kenneth and Barbara (Grant) Noorda.
She was a beloved wife, daughter, devoted mother, and cherished friend. Those who knew her will remember her as a compassionate soul who always put...
Jeffrey Messier
Jun 9, 2026
FRANKLIN/MONTGOMERY - Jeffrey Charles Messier, age 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
Jeffrey was born on February 13, 1960 to James F. Messier and the late Sylvia (Benjamin) Messier at Kerbs Memorial Hospital. He was a member of the Franklin United Church.
Jeffrey grew up on a dairy farm in Franklin. During high school,...
William E. Spears Jr.
Jun 9, 2026
ENOSBURG FALLS - William E. Spears, Jr., age 80, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Franklin County Rehab in St. Albans surrounded by the love of his family following a long illness.
Bill was the son of the late William E. Spears Sr. & Helen (Flanders) Spears and was born on July 20, 1945 in Hurlwood, TX while his father...
Maynard Carroll Rogers III
Jun 7, 2026
SWANTON - Maynard C. Rogers III, age 73, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Burlington Health & Rehab.
He was born February 1, 1953 in St. Albans to Laurette (Roussin) Rogers and the late Maynard Rogers Jr.
Maynard was a life-long resident of the area and a 1972 graduate of Missisquoi Valley Union High School. After high school he began working...
Beverly Grace Poirier
Jun 7, 2026
MONTGOMERY - Beverly Poirier, age 92, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford.
She was born October 24, 1933 in Montgomery to the late William & Ethel (Stetson) Brooks.
Beverly spent her life immersed in the warmth of family and community. She was a devoted care provider for children, known not only for her nurturing...
Maxine Ovitt
Jun 3, 2026
SHELDON - Maxine Ovitt, a beloved mother, crafter, and cherished member of her community, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the age of 94.
She was born August 18, 1931 in Underhill to the late Adlore & Della (Martin) Machia.
Maxine dedicated her life to her family and to nurturing the children around her. She created a warm and loving environment...
Laura Soule
Jun 2, 2026
BERKSHIRE - Laura Lynn Soule, age 58, passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer on June 2, 2026 surrounded by her loving family at her home in Berkshire.
She was born on August 31, 1967 in St. Albans to the late Edmond & Fredda (Snider) Ploof.
Laura embraced life with an unwavering spirit, grounded by her deep faith and love for...
Daniel Wallace Bachand
May 31, 2026
Daniel Wallace Bachand, April 22, 1958 - May 31, 2026, known as Danny, passed away peacefully at McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, VT surrounded by loving family and friends after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma. Danny embraced this battle with a beautiful smile, great sense of humor, courage, grace and faith.
Danny was born on April 22, 1958 to the late...
Ramona Bruley
May 29, 2026
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER RAMONA'S MASS HAS BEEN MOVED TO ST. AMADEUS CHURCH, 75 NORTH MAIN STREET, ALBURGH AND WILL START AT 1:30 PM
ESSEX - Ramona Bruley, age 66, passed away on Friday, May 29th, 2026 at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington.
She was born August 21, 1959 to the late Raymond & Anita (Jarvis) Bruley.
Her greatest joys came from her...
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